Civil Engineer Trainee - District 8

State of Illinois•Madison, WI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is accountable for assisting in many phases of work involved in the preparation of final plans and implementation of work for all types of highway construction projects. This is a training position. This position is accountable for assisting in many phases of work involved in the preparation of final plans and implementation of work for all types of highway construction projects.

Requirements

Completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an ABET accredited college (including those expecting to graduate in the next 12 months) OR a current Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate OR a current Professional Engineer license in the State of Illinois OR a current Structural Engineer License in the State of Illinois.
If cumulative GPA is between 2.0 and 2.5 (out of 4.0), applicants must also possess a current Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate OR a current Professional Engineer license in the State of Illinois OR a current Structural Engineer License in the State of Illinois.
Valid driver’s license.
Occasional district-wide travel which could include overnight stays.
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of the routine practices of civil engineering.
Coursework and training in civil engineering.
Basic skill in the use of engineering field and office instruments.
Ability to make relatively difficult technical computations and estimates.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Responsible for accuracy and completeness of all assigned work.
Provides accurate measurement, computation, and documentation of engineering items.
Keeps supervisor informed of any problems encountered or deviations made.
Ensures that the items inspected/designed are in accordance with the specifications.
Provides accurate and timely layouts/plans.
Rotates to other bureaus within the district as part of the rotational training program.
Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.
Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
(12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
(13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources